American Diabetes Association
The American Diabetes Association (ADA) is a United States association of physicians , other health professionals, scientists, and students engaged in the treatment and research of diabetes mellitus , as well as patients, families, and sponsors. There are 400 employees.
It was founded in 1940 as a medical association and, in addition to its headquarters in Alexandria, has around 100 local branches in the USA. Since 1970, in addition to around 16,000 specialist members (as of 2013), medical laypersons have also been able to join the ADA in the form of general membership.
The aim of the company is to prevent and cure diabetes mellitus and to improve the lives of people affected by this disease. To this end, it promotes relevant research activities and the dissemination of research results by publishing specialist journals such as Diabetes Care and Diabetes, as well as holding scientific conferences. In addition, its activities include various forms of informing patients, relatives, professionals and the public about the disease.
The association awards a number of prizes to recognize scientific and medical achievements. The Banting Medal, named after Frederick Banting , the co-discoverer of insulin and Nobel Prize in Medicine , is the society's highest honor . The highest body is the board of directors .
See also
Web links
- American Diabetes Association - About Us Official Website